An urban designer, town planner and architect, Jane Dann was a Founder Director at Tibbalds and has almost 40 years’ experience. Her focus is on the interface between design and planning, and on securing quality through the planning process at various scales, from strategic to detailed design. Her interests include the distinctive character of different places and she has specialist expertise in providing design guidance on developments in historic contexts. She co- authored the National Design Guide and has led and advised on research and practice guidance in relation to design codes.